From CNA to Nurse.
$36/hr. Your name on a nursing license.
BVNPT-approved. 52 weeks. 160 hours of NCLEX-PN prep. $35,300 total tuition.
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CNA vs LVN: Not Just Salary — Scope Changes
As a CNA
$22
/hr · ~$46,900/yr
Assist patients under supervision
As an LVN
$36
/hr · ~$75,400/yr
Assess, medicate, lead care teams
+$14/hr · +$28K/yr · Tuition pays back in ~15 months
Salary: Indeed.com, Los Angeles CA, Feb 2026. LMCC LVN program has not yet graduated a cohort; salary data reflects general market rates.
Why Choose LMCC's LVN Program
Our first LVN cohort graduates in March 2026. We're building on the same proven training methodology that achieved a 95% CNA state exam pass rate. With 1,736 hours of instruction including 160 hours of dedicated NCLEX-PN review, you'll graduate ready for licensure.
$35,300 Total
All-in tuition for the full 52-week program. 0% interest payment plans available. No hidden fees.
160 Hours NCLEX Prep
Dedicated exam review integrated across all three terms. Not crammed at the end — built into the program from day one.
Small Classes, Expert Faculty
Learn from experienced RN and LVN instructors. Our Director of Nursing, Asima Jabbar (RN, MSN-ED), oversees the program personally.
52-Week Curriculum
16–17 weeks
670.5 hours
Theory: 239 hrs | Skills Lab: 72 hrs | Clinical: 319.5 hrs | Review: 40 hrs
Courses: Anatomy & Physiology, Nutrition, Growth & Development, Fundamentals of Nursing, Pharmacology, Medical/Surgical Nursing, Pediatrics
16–17 weeks
601.5 hours
Theory: 185 hrs | Skills Lab: 12 hrs | Clinical: 364.5 hrs | Review: 40 hrs
Courses: Advanced A&P, Med/Surg (respiratory, urinary, reproductive, nervous), Maternity Nursing, Pharmacology
16–17 weeks
548 hours
Theory: 198 hrs | Clinical: 270 hrs | Review: 80 hrs
Courses: Psychology/Mental Health, Advanced Med/Surg, IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal, Leadership
Your LVN Instructors
Our LVN faculty includes registered nurses with advanced degrees and years of clinical experience. All instructors are verified and approved by the BVNPT.
Asima Jabbar
RN, MSN-ED
Director of Nursing
Elizabeth Lane
RN, Doctorate
Theory & Clinical
Amit Oel Jacob
LVN, BSN, MSN
Theory & Clinical
Antonio Martinez
RN, BSN
Theory & Clinical
Schedule & Cost
Theory Schedule
Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Clinical Schedule
Mon-Fri, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Next Cohort Start
March 16, 2026
First cohort graduates March 2026
Tuition Breakdown
| Registration Fee | $250 |
| Tuition | $33,150 |
| Skills Lab Supplies & Equipment | $445 |
| Textbook Package | $900 |
| Uniform Package | $100 |
| CPR/BLS, Live Scan, BVNPT App | $325 |
| NCLEX-PN Licensing Exam | $130 |
| TOTAL | $35,300 |
LVN Admission Requirements
- US High School Diploma or GED
- Cumulative GPA 2.5+
- Wonderlic WBST entrance exam (Verbal: 12th grade, Quantitative: 11th grade)
- Panel interview
- Background check & drug screen
- Full medical clearance & immunizations
- Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination (per clinical facility policy)
Frequently Asked Questions
Your LVN Journey Starts Here
Schedule an in-person consultation with our Director of Nursing to discuss the LVN program, your goals, and next steps.